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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are empowering people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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